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OTR / Extended Away Trucking Jobs in Illinois

Find truck driver positions in Illinois with otr / extended away home time. Browse job types, expected pay, and top hiring companies in IL.

Home Time

Out 3-4 weeks, home 3-5 days

Expected Pay

$62,000 - $90,000

IL CDL-A Avg

$65,800

OTR / Extended Away Jobs in Illinois

Illinois is a strong market for otr / extended away trucking positions. Illinois is the freight capital of North America. Chicago's rail intermodal yards, O'Hare air cargo, and convergence of six major interstates make it the single most important freight hub on the continent. More truck freight originates or terminates in Illinois than any other state. Key industries including Intermodal & rail transfer, Food processing & distribution, Manufacturing & machinery create consistent demand for drivers who want otr / extended away schedules.

OTR / Extended Away Job Types Available in IL

1
OTR solo dry van
2
OTR team driver
3
OTR refrigerated driver
4
OTR flatbed driver
5
Expedited freight driver
6
Household goods mover
7
Oversized load escort/driver

Companies Offering OTR / Extended Away in Illinois

P
Prime Inc
C
CRST International
C
Covenant Transport
C
Crete Carrier Corporation
R
Ryder System

Freight Corridors in Illinois

I-80/I-55 (Joliet intermodal corridor)
I-90/I-94 (Chicago metro)
I-57 (Chicago to southern IL)

Major Trucking Cities in Illinois

Chicago, IL
Joliet, IL
Rockford, IL
Springfield, IL
Peoria, IL
East St. Louis, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do otr / extended away truck drivers make in Illinois?

OTR / Extended Away truck drivers in Illinois typically earn $62,000 - $90,000 annually. The overall CDL-A average in Illinois is $65,800. Pay varies by carrier, freight type, and endorsements.

What otr / extended away trucking jobs are available in Illinois?

Illinois offers otr / extended away positions in OTR solo dry van, OTR team driver, OTR refrigerated driver. The state's key industries (Intermodal & rail transfer and Food processing & distribution) create consistent demand for drivers with this schedule.

Which companies offer otr / extended away schedules in Illinois?

Major carriers offering otr / extended away schedules with operations in Illinois include Prime Inc, CRST International, Covenant Transport. Check each carrier's website for current openings near Chicago.